Arts Events in the Tri-Valley Area

PCAC posts this calendar as a service to the
arts organizations of the Tri-Valley Area.

(This page was last updated February 2, 2010.)

Information about many of the arts groups listed in this calendar may be found by visiting the Links page of this web site. If you would like to post an event to this calendar, please use our Contact Us page, or send an e-mail to info@pleasantonarts.org. Please visit our Special Events page for information about upcoming concerts presented by PCAC.

Ongoing

The Cantabella Children's Chorus

The Cantabella Children's Chorus, an internationally award-winning chorus, invites you to their free rehearsals on Tuesdays from 3:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Granada Southern Baptist Church, 945 Concannon Blvd., Livermore, CA, and Wednesdays from 3:35 p.m. to 6:35 p.m., at Valley Community Church, 4455 Del Valle Parkway, Pleasanton, CA. For more information call 925-292-2663, or visit http://www.cantabella.org.

Classic Film Series

A free classic film series hosted by Dr. Candy Klaschus, a film historian at Las Positas College, is shown every first Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Pleasanton Library Meeting Room, 400 Old Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Information: 925-931-3405.

Dublin Heritage Center Music Jam

Every Tuesday night there is an open music jam for either Bluegrass or Irish Fiddle. All are welcome to come and listen or join in and play. 6600 Donlon Way, Dublin, CA. Information: 925-452-2100.

International Automotive Treasures

Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Blackhawk Museum, 3700 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville, CA. Adults $8, Seniors/Students $5. Information: 925-736-2280 or see www.BlackhawkMuseum.org.

Livermore Art Association Gallery

A co-op gallery featuring watercolors, oils, clay, textiles, jewelry and more, upstairs in the historic Carnegie Building, 2155 Third Street, Livermore, CA. Regular hours, Wednesday through Sunday: 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 pm. Information: 925-449-9927.

Women's Barbershop Chorus

Harmony Crossroads a cappella chorus rehearses Mondays, 7:30 p.m. at Pleasanton Community Church, 4455 Stoneridge Drive (SE corner at Santa Rita Road), Pleasanton, CA. New members, visitors welcome. Information: 925-846-1857 or see www.harmonycrossroads.org.

February 2010

February 4: "The Blue Gardenia"

A classic film series hosted by Dr. Candace Klaschus, Las Positas College. At 7:00 p.m. in the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Free. Information: 931-3405.

February 4: Make-A-Poem Workshop with Deborah Grossman

This mini-session by Pleasanton's Poet Laureate is open to anyone over 18 and is all about being playful and creative with words. From 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Boulevard, Pleasanton, CA. Cost: $5 Residents/$6 Non-residents. Call the Senior Center at925-931-5365 to reserve a place.

February 6: "The Sippy Cups"

A program for children sponsored by City of Pleasanton Civic Arts Presents. At 11:00 a.m. in the Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton, CA. Information: www.pleasantoncivicarts.org or 925-931-5361.

February 6: Distant Worlds

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Presents: Science on Saturday. Bruce Macintosh and Lisa Poyneer, LLNL Research Scientists and Tom Shefler, Granada High School teacher discuss making images of other solar systems. Presentations at 9:30 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. in the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Free. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

February 6: An Evening of Music with Daniel Glover

A benefit piano concert for Valley Concert Chorale. Mr. Glover's program will feature compositions by Chopin, Schumann and Samuel Barber, in celebration of their 200th and 100th birthdays in 2009. At 7:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 4th & L Streets, Livermore, CA. Cost: $25. Information: www.valleyconcertchorale.org.

February 7: Celebrating Robert Frost! with David Alpaugh

David Alpaugh, a nationally renowned Pleasant Hill poet and popular performer, will present a celebration of Robert Frost and his poetry. From 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Century House, 2401 Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton, CA. NOTE: the Super Bowl begins after David's program concludes. Cost: $5.00, students free. Information: contact Michelle Russo at mrusso@ci.pleasanton.ca.us or 925-931-5350; or Deborah Grossman at pleasantonpoetry@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/PleasantonPoetry.

February 7: "Idaho Centennial Trail"

Hear Ken and Marcia Powers tell about their 900-mile hike in Idaho's wild country. At 2:00 p.m. in the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Followed by a comparison of the movie with the book. Free. Information: 925-931-3405.

February 9: TAO,Taiko Drumming

Modern entertainment based on the traditional art of Japanese drumming. At 7:30 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $33-$56. Information: 925-373-6800 or http://www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

February 11, 12: Improv Face-Off

A program for teens sponsored by City of Pleasanton Civic Arts Presents. At 7:30 p.m. in the Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton, CA. Information: www.pleasantoncivicarts.org or 925-931-5361.

February 12: New Orleans Bash

Celebrate Mardi Gras, New Orleans-style. At 5:00 p.m. in Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 8th Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $15. Information: 925-373-6800 or http://www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

February 12: New Orleans Preservation Hall

Celebrate Mardi Gras, New Orleans-style. Two performances, one at 6:00 p.m. and another at 7:00 p.m. In Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 8th Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $25. Information: 925-373-6800 or http://www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

February 12, 13, 14: "Defending the Caveman"

A hilariously insightful play about the ways men and women relate. Friday at 8:00 p.m.; Saturday at 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.; Sunday at 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. In Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center, 10550 Albion Road, San Ramon, CA. Ages 18 and up. Cost: $49. Information: www.ci.san-ramon.ca.us/Parks/theater/calendar.htm.

February 13: Livermore-Amador Symphony

With Frank Shin and Curtis Kim, the winners of the Symphony's youth soloist competition. At 8:00 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $20 - $28. Information: 925-373-6800 or http://www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

February 13: Put It Back When You Are Done

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Presents: Science on Saturday. Roger Aines, LLNL Research Scientist and Ken Wedel, Tracy High School teacher discuss storing carbon dioxide in the earth, not the atmosphere. Presentations at 9:30 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. in the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Free. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

February 13: Campana Jazz Festival

A full day event featuring 24 schools that will perform 44 ensembles. From 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Amador Valley High School, 1155 Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton, CA. Information: www.amadormusic.org.

February 13: Wines and Valentines Dinner

A benefit for the Museum on Main, 603 Main Street Pleasanton, CA. From 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Farmer Restaurant, 855, Main Street, Pleasanton, CA. Cost: $85. Information: www.museumonmain.org

February 14: "It's Magic"

Magic and variety acts from Las Vegas, Europe, Asia and Hollywood, Magic Castle. At 3:00 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $26 - $46. Information: 925-373-6800 or http://www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

February 16: "Goodbye, Mr. Chips"

Free film screening at the Pleasanton Public Library. Portraying the storied Arthur Chipping in James Hilton's classic tale of love and transformation, Martin Clunes turns in a bravura performance in a film filled with countless noteworthy turns. At 1:00 p.m. in the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Information: 925-931-3405.

February 18: "From Corelli to Copeland"

Performed by the Pacific Chamber Symphony. At 8:00 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $26 - $38. Information: 925-373-6800 or http://www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

February 18: Youth Music Festival

February 19 to March 21: "I Love You, You're Prefect, Now change"

The hilarious hit musical performed by Tri-Valley Repertory Theater. Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m., Sundays at 2:00 p.m. In the theater at 1048 Serpentine Lane, Suite 309, Pleasanton, CA. Cost: adults $25, seniors $22, youth under 18 years $20 Information: www.PleasantonPlayhouse.com.

February 19: Julia Morgan as impersonated by Betty Marvin, Architectural Historian

An event in the Ed Kinney Lecture Series sponsored by the Museum on Main. At 7:00 p.m. at the Lynnewood Methodist Church, 4444 Black Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Museum members: $5, others: $10. Information: 925-462-2766 or www.museumonmain.org.

February 20: Di Wu, Piano

Presented by Del Valle Fine Arts. At 8:00 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $20 - $30. Information: 925-373-6800 or http://www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

February 20: Understanding Climate Change

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Presents: Science on Saturday. Karis McFarlane, LLNL Research Scientist and Dean Reese, Tracy High School teacher discuss climate change. Presentations at 9:30 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. in the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Free. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

February 20: "Santoor!"

The santoor is a stringed folk instrument, indigenous to the Kashmir valley, that is played with hammers to produce an exquisite, shimmering sound. Come to a free concert by santoor master Madan Oak. At 2:00 p.m. in the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Information: 925-931-3405.

February 20: California Writers Club, Tri-Valley Branch

Dublin Poet Laureate Ronnie Holland will present Kairos and Chronos: Tapping into the best time for inspiration and meeting deadlines. Information: www.trivalleywriters.org.

February 21: "Judy, Judy, Judy"

Esses Productions in association with Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center presents the hit musical revue, "Judy, Judy, Judy," a cabaret tribute to the songs of Judy Garland. At 2:00 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $20, students: $12. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

February 21: Book Into Film, "Wonder Boys"

A film based on the book by Michael Chabon. You are invited to view the movie at 2:00 p.m. in the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Followed by a comparison of the movie with the book. Free. Information: 925-931-3405.

February 25: Grant Writing Workshop

Learn how to make friends with foundations. Presented by the City of Pleasanton. From 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Boulevard, Pleasanton, CA. Cost: $20 per participant or $15 per additional participant from the same agency. Information: www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/community/grants.

February 27, 28, March 5, 6, 7: "Ramona Quimby"

Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.; March 5 at 7:00 p.m.; additional performance at 11:00 a.m. on March 6. In Front Row Theater, 17011 Bollinger Canyon Road, San Ramon, CA. Cost: adults $19, children $15. Information: www.ci.san-ramon.ca.us/Parks/theater/calendar.htm.

February 27: Vagabond Opera

The new wave of opera with lusty voices singing in 13 languages and presenting a cabaret of rich musical phrasing, sparkling lyrics and indomitable stage presence. At 8:00 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $26 - $46. Information: 925-373-6800 or http://www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

February 27: Dave Mason, guitar

Sponsored by City of Pleasanton Civic Arts Presents. At 8:00 p.m. in Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton, CA. Information: www.pleasantoncivicarts.org or 925-931-5361.

February 27: Not Simply Baroque, Recorder Recital

Judith Linsenberg has dazzled audiences across the country with her expertise on the recorder. Her performance will include unaccompanied solo works as well as pieces with Katherine Heater performing basso continuo on the harpsichord. At 7:30 p.m. in the library at Las Positas College, 3033 Collier Canyon Road, Livermore, CA. Cost: $15. For information call 925-424-1467 or see www.lpcearlymusic.org.

March 2010

March 4: "The Red Pony"

A classic film series hosted by Dr. Candace Klaschus, Las Positas College. At 7:00 p.m. in the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Free. Information: 931-3405.

March 5: "Mad Science CSI: Live!"

A stage version of the popular TV show. At 7:00 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $25. Information: 925-373-6800 or http://www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

March 5: San Ramon Symphonic Band

At 8:00 p.m. in Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center, 10550 Albion Road, San Ramon, CA. Cost: $6, free for students with ID and youth under 12. Information: www.ci.san-ramon.ca.us/Parks/theater/calendar.htm.

March 6: Battlefield Band

Scottish music of rare passion and joy. At 8:00 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $26 - $46. Information: 925-373-6800 or http://www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

March 6: "Beethoven's Wig"

A program for children sponsored by City of Pleasanton Civic Arts Presents. At 11:00 p.m. in the Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton, CA. Information: www.pleasantoncivicarts.org or 925-931-5361.

March 7: Mozart's "Requiem"

Presented by the Las Positas Chamber Choir, San Francisco Concert Chorale, and the Valley Concert Chorale. At 3:00 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $27 - $33. Information: 925-373-6800 or http://www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

March 9: April Verch — Canadian Fiddler, Stepdancer and Singer

Music in a fusion of Celtic, jazz, folk, and bluegrass styles. Presented by the Pleasanton Cultural Arts Council. At 7:00 p.m. in the Lynnewood Methodist Church, 4444 Black Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Cost: adults $17, seniors $15, youths under age 12: $10. For information and tickets call 925-931-1111 or visit www.pleasantonarts.org/special_events.html.

March 13, 14, 19, 20, 21 "Die Fledermaus"

Presented by Livermore Valley Opera. Friday and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m., Sundays at 2:00 p.m. In the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $39 - $59. Information: 925-373-6800 or http://www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

March 13, 14: St. Patricks's Day Festival

Two days of Irish events including entertainment, games, food, and arts and crafts. From 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Dublin Civic Center, 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin, CA. Information: www.dublinstpats.com.

March 14: Book Into Film, "The Rear Window"

A film based on the book, It Had to Be Murder by Cornell Woolrich. You are invited to view the movie at 2:00 p.m. in the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Followed by a comparison of the movie with the book. Free. Information: 925-931-3405.

March 17: Jake Shimabukuro, ukulele

Virtuoso, Jake Shimabukuro, plays jazz, blues, funk, classical, bluegrass, folk, flamenco, and rock. At 7:30 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $26 - $46. Information: 925-373-6800 or http://www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

March 18: "From Archaeology to Artistic Director: A Career in the American Theater"

Carey Perloff tells her story, starting as an archeologist and now director of American Conservatory Theater in San Francisco. At 7:30 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $30. Information: 925-373-6800 or http://www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

March 18: Friday Night Open Mic

A program for teens sponsored by City of Pleasanton Civic Arts Presents.
At 7:30 p.m. in the Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton, CA.
Information: www.pleasantoncivicarts.org or 925-931-5361.

March 18-20, 25-27: "Seussical the Musical"

Presented by Amador Valley and Foothill High Schools. At 7:30 p.m. in Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton, CA. Information: www.pleasantoncivicarts.org or 925-931-5361.

March 19: A Nation Transformed — How the Civil War Changed America Forever

Lecture by Dr. Gerald Henig. An event in the Ed Kinney Lecture Series sponsored by the Museum on Main. At 7:00 p.m. at the Lynnewood Methodist Church, 4444 Black Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Museum members: $5, others: $10. Information: 925-462-2766 or www.museumonmain.org.

March 26: Los Angeles Guitar Quartet

Presented by Del Valle Fine Arts. At 8:00 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $20 - $30. Information: 925-373-6800 or http://www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

March 19: "Cabaret"

The musical set in Berlin in 1930. At 8:00 p.m. in Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center, 10550 Albion Road, San Ramon, CA. Intended for mature audiences. Cost: $39. Information: www.ci.san-ramon.ca.us/Parks/theater/calendar.htm.

March 20: "Night at the Improv"

Join San Ramon's own Improv U Troupe and the newest graduates of Improv U for a fun and interactive evening of improvisational comedy. At 8:00 p.m. in the Front Row Theater, 17011 Bollinger Canyon Road, San Ramon, CA. Cost: $10. Information: www.ci.san-ramon.ca.us/Parks/theater/calendar.htm.

March 20: Three Generations of Bach, Harpsicord and Fortepiano Recital

Yuko Tanaka will perform music from three generations of the Bach family from the early baroque to the high baroque on the harpsichord and the early classical period on the fortepiano. At 7:30 p.m. in the library at Las Positas College, 3033 Collier Canyon Road, Livermore, CA. Cost: $15. For information call 925-424-1467 or see www.lpcearlymusic.org.

March 20: California Writers Club, Tri-Valley Branch

Novelist and writing instructor Beverly Lauderdale will lead a workshop on "What Judges Want: How to Give Your Contest Submission a Competitive Edge." Beverly's forthcoming novel, In Franklin's House (Oak Tree Press, 2010), was a contest winner— a great opportunity to learn from a pro! Information: www.trivalleywriters.org.

March 27: Livermore-Amador Symphony

Music of Enigma, Romance, and Scandal. At 8:00 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $20 - $28. Information: 925-373-6800 or http://www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

March 28: Cantabella Children's Chorus Special Concert

A fundraiser concert for the Pleasanton Cultural Arts Council. At 4:00 p.m. in the Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton, CA. Cost: adults $18, seniors $15, youths under age 12: $13. For information and tickets call 925-931-1111 or visit www.pleasantonarts.org/special_events.html.

March 31: "Chopin the Storyteller"

Keyboard Conversations with Jeffrey Siegel. At 7:30 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $26 - $46. Information: 925-373-6800 or http://www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

April 2010

April 2: "The Red Badge of Courage"

A classic film series hosted by Dr. Candace Klaschus, Las Positas College. At 7:00 p.m. in the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Free. Information: 925-931-3405.

April 10: Aspen Santa Fe Ballet

Experience the grace and elegance of classical ballet coupled with an adventurous repertoire and beautiful midwestern landscapes. At 8:00 p.m. inthe Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $26 - $46. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

April 16: The Tri-Valley and its trails

Lecture by trail master Steve Thomas. An event in the Ed Kinney Lecture Series sponsored by the Museum on Main. At 7:00 p.m. at the Lynnewood Methodist Church, 4444 Black Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Museum members: $5, others: $10. Information: 925-462-2766 or www.museumonmain.org.

April 17: The Parisii String Quartet

Presented by Del Valle Fine Arts. At 8:00 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $20 - $30. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

April 18: Spring Band Concert

The Pleasanton Community Concert Band will play its annual spring concert at 2:00 p.m. in the Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton. Free. Information: 846-5897 or www.pleasantonband.org.

April 24: Battle of the Basses

David Morris will masterfully demonstrate how bowed basses, the viola da gamba, the bass violin, and the cello went through many changes through the end of the baroque era. This program will include unaccompanied solo works as well as pieces with Yuko Tanaka playing basso continuo. The program will include music from the renaissance to the high baroque and composers ranging from Tobias Hume and Marin Marais to J.S. Bach. At 7:30 p.m. in the library at Las Positas College, 3033 Collier Canyon Road, Livermore, CA. Cost: $15. For information call 925-424-1467 or see www.lpcearlymusic.org.

April 23, 24, 25, 30: "The Producers"

The musical presented by Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre. Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m., Sundays at 2:00 p.m. In the Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $36.50. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

May 2010

May 1, 2, 7, 8, 9: "The Producers"

May 16: Book Into Film, "Emma"

A film based on the book by Jane Austen. You are invited to view the movie at 2:00 p.m. in the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Followed by a comparison of the movie with the book. Free. Information: 925-931-3405.

May 23: Book Into Film, "Clueless"

A film based on the book, Emma, by Jane Austen. You are invited to view the movie at 2:00 p.m. in the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Followed by a comparison of the movie with the book. Free. Information: 925-931-3405.

June 2010

June 27: Book Into Film, "The Namesake"

A film based on the book by Jhumpa Lahiri. You are invited to view the movie at 2:00 p.m. in the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Followed by a comparison of the movie with the book. Free. Information: 925-931-3405.

Visual Arts Organizations

Alamo-Danville Artists' Society (ADAS): 925-837-6414

Danville Area Cultural Alliance (DACA): 925-838-1959

Pleasanton Art League: 925-462-5917

Livermore Art Association: 925-447-8553

Museums

Danville Fine Arts: 233 Front St, Danville, CA. For hours and information, call 925-838-1959.

Livermore Heritage Guild History Center: Third and K Streets, Livermore, CA. For hours and information, call 925-449-9927.

Museum on Main Street: 603 Main St, Pleasanton, CA. Museum open Wednesday and Friday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Information: 925-426-2766 or www.museumonmain.org.

Dublin Heritage Center & Historical Preservation: 6600 Donlon Way, Dublin, CA. Hours: Thursday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Information: 925-803-4128.

Museum of the San Ramon Valley: Corner of West Prospect and Railroad Avenues, Danville, CA. Tuesday through Friday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free. Information: 925-837-3750 or www.museumsrv.org.

Blackhawk Museum: 3700 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville, CA. Wednesday through Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $8 adults, $4 seniors over 65, students with ID & Members free. Information: 925-736-2280 or www.BlackhawkMuseum.org.